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  1. 57ChevyWagonMan

    Help Identifying a Tool

    I need some help identifying a tool. It is engraved "SARGENT IND. SWEENEY DIV." "SWE 689 ST 1249". A Google search found nothing of help. Hope one of you knows what it is.
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    Lempco Products Reamer Set

    I have an old Lempco Products reamer set. I got it some time ago with intentions of doing king pin bushings with it. I cleaned it all up, but it looks like something is missing? Should it have shims to facilitate adjusting the blades? If anyone has one and could explain what I am missing and...
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    WANTED 77-79 LTD or Ranchero Parking Light

    I have checked ebay. no real luck unless you count the guy selling used originals for $750.00 each.
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    WANTED 77-79 LTD or Ranchero Parking Light

    I am trying to help my kid brother out. He needs a nice original or NOS front driver side parking lamp. If ya have one or know of somewhere I might find one please let me know. Thanks! All the best! Mike:cool:
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    I need 40 ford marker light lenses.

    I had tried with some of the major vendors and all the area swap meets. Posting here was the best though. Within an hour I got a PM offering up a pair of NOS lenses. I appreciate everyone's help. I am a young buck at 50. My friend who I am helping with the car is 81 and not in the best of...
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    I need 40 ford marker light lenses.

    I have been working hard on my buddy's 1940 ford 2 dr sedan. I should be painting it soon. I have not been able to find front marker light lenses anywhere. Anyone have any info that might lead me to a pair?
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    1950 Ford 2Dr Sedan

    Sold
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    1949-1950 Ford Hood For Sale

    Sold
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    1949-1950 Ford Hood For Sale

    I have a very nice hood for a 49-50 Ford. Appears to be original paint. No dents or rust!
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    1950 Ford 2Dr Sedan

    I am selling my 1950 Ford 2Dr Sedan. I have too many projects and this one must go! Car is missing the motor, transmission, radiator, front bumper, and seats. Looks as though everything else is in the boxes. I can see some parts are in duplicate. Previous owner took the car apart to start...
  11. 57ChevyWagonMan

    Problems Setting Valve Lash

    My late Grandfather made a living working on these things. One of my old bosses once said to me that my Grandpa had forgotten more about cars than the two of us would ever know! I am sure he was right. I often wish he was still here. This Flathead build has taught me an awful lot. really...
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    Problems Setting Valve Lash

    Well paint my face red! I will look at it that way tomorrow. Thanks
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    Problems Setting Valve Lash

    Yes the engine is on a stand.
  14. 57ChevyWagonMan

    Problems Setting Valve Lash

    OK, How is the cylinder numbering then? I always thought the number one was the closest to the front of the engine and then all odd cylinders followed behind it, even on the other side? Please set me straight?! I started this project a long time ago and I just want to get it right. Thanks!
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    Problems Setting Valve Lash

    I am in the process of completing my first Flathead build. All has gone smoothly until now. I found the instructions: https://www.fordbarn.com/attachments/254983/ The problem begins at the start when valves 4ex and 1in are open. The two valves are never open at the same time! I am using...
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    1928-1929 Sedan Rear fenders

    Bttt
  17. 57ChevyWagonMan

    390 FE Bell Housing, Flywheel, and Clutch Fork

    I have an origonal Ford FE (Ford Edsel) bell housing flywheel and clutch fork. This should work for 3 and 4 speed manual transmissions. Will bolt to 330 FT V8, 332 V8, 352 V8, 360 V8, 361 FT V8, 390 V8, 391 FT V8, 406 V8, 410 MERCURY V8, 427 V8, AND 428 V8. Year range is 1958-1976. No damage...
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    1928-1929 Sedan Rear fenders

    I have a pair of origonal 1928-1929 model A sedan fenders. They have been sandblasted and primed. No bondo in them. A little dinged up but could easily be smoothed out with a little hammer and dolly work. Small rust hole in the inner skirt area on one. Could be easily patched but I would...
  19. 57ChevyWagonMan

    Crank & Bearing Help For 8BA V8

    I appreciate your input. I likely will not be racing the car but may make a pass or 2 at the local track just for kicks. I do want to be able to drive the car quite a bit. Hope to enjoy the hell out of it. Mike :cool:
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